Su Ling's Time Travel

In the imperial court, Tong Jinyu gradually demonstrated his political talent. He used his wisdom and eloquence to defend Su Ling, successfully defusing one political crisis after another. His performance also impressed the court officials, who praised his intelligence and political acumen.

Su Ling was also very pleased and satisfied with Tong Jinyu's transformation and growth.

June sunlight pierced through the clouds, bathing the bustling city in a warm golden veil. In this vibrant season, Tong Jinyu's sixth birthday was approaching, and Su Ling, an important figure in his life, was busy preparing for this special day.

Su Ling stood in the kitchen, dressed in a simple yet elegant loungewear set, a spatula in hand, busily tending to the steaming pot. Her gaze was focused and tender, as if she wanted to infuse all her love into the delicious food in the pot. Today, she was going to personally cook an unforgettable birthday feast for Tong Jinyu.

As time passed, the aroma from the kitchen gradually filled the entire room. A satisfied smile spread across Su Ling's face as she imagined Tong Jinyu's delighted expression upon seeing the delicious food, her heart filled with anticipation.

However, when Tong Jinyu actually arrived, the atmosphere wasn't as warm as Su Ling had hoped. He wore an elegant little suit and held a piece of purple jade in his hand—a birthday gift he had specially prepared for Su Ling. His eyes sparkled with anticipation and excitement, as if he wanted to share all his joy with Su Ling.

"Happy birthday, Su Ling!" Tong Jinyu exclaimed excitedly, handing the purple jade to Su Ling.

However, Su Ling's reaction surprised him. A hint of indifference, even disgust, flashed in her eyes. She took the purple jade and simply said, "Thank you."

Tong Jinyu's smile froze on his face. He looked at Su Ling in bewilderment, as if he couldn't believe what he was seeing. He didn't understand why Su Ling wasn't welcoming him, why her eyes were filled with indifference.

"Su Ling, what's wrong?" Tong Jinyu asked cautiously, his voice trembling slightly, as if he was afraid of hearing a bad answer.

Looking into Tong Jinyu's innocent eyes, Su Ling felt a complex mix of emotions welling up inside her. She took a deep breath, trying to calm her turmoil. However, when she spoke, her voice still carried a hint of barely perceptible coldness.

"Jinyu, I'm not in a good mood today. Did you know that Consort He miscarried?" Su Ling said softly, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes.

Upon hearing this, Tong Jinyu felt a sharp pain in his heart. He understood why Su Ling was so cold, and he also understood what Consort He's miscarriage meant to her. He stood silently to the side, looking at Su Ling's sorrowful eyes, his heart filled with helplessness and guilt.

“Su Ling, I know you’re feeling terrible right now. But today is my birthday. Could you please forget about these troubles for a while for my sake?” Tong Jinyu said softly, his voice pleading.

Looking into Tong Jinyu's pleading eyes, Su Ling felt a surge of complex emotions. She understood Tong Jinyu's feelings and knew that her coldness today might have hurt him. However, she couldn't control her emotions and couldn't forget the pain that Consort He's miscarriage had brought her.

"Jin Yu, I'm sorry. I really can't celebrate your birthday today. You should go, I want to be alone for a while," Su Ling said calmly, her voice carrying an undeniable firmness.

Upon hearing this, Tong Jinyu felt a pang of disappointment. Looking at Su Ling's cold eyes, he knew he couldn't make her happy today, no matter what. He silently turned and left, his heart filled with helplessness and sorrow.

However, just as he was about to leave, Su Ling suddenly called out to him.

"Jinyu, wait." Su Ling's voice held a hint of hesitation and struggle. She watched Tong Jinyu's dejected figure, a strange emotion welling up inside her. She knew her coldness today might have hurt him, but she couldn't control her emotions. However, just as Tong Jinyu was about to leave, she suddenly wanted to stop him.

Upon hearing this, Tong Jinyu felt a surge of emotion. He turned to look at Su Ling, his eyes filled with expectation and longing. He hoped Su Ling would change her mind and that they could celebrate this special day together.

However, Su Ling's next words completely disappointed him.

"Jin Yu, you should leave. I know my actions today may have hurt you, but I really couldn't control my emotions. Consort He's miscarriage is causing me so much pain; I can't forget it. You should leave; I want to be alone." Su Ling said calmly, her voice carrying an undeniable firmness.

Tong Jinyu felt a sharp pain in his heart upon hearing this. Looking at Su Ling's cold eyes, he knew he couldn't make her happy today, no matter what. He silently turned and left, his heart filled with helplessness and sorrow. He knew the birthday party couldn't continue.